Pumpkin Doughnuts are a delightful fall-inspired treat that combines the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin and spices with a soft, cake-like texture. These doughnuts are perfect for autumn mornings or as a sweet snack, offering a moist and tender bite with every taste of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Whether baked or fried, these doughnuts are sure to please, especially when dusted with cinnamon sugar or glazed for an extra indulgent touch. Pumpkin Doughnuts are the perfect way to celebrate the flavors of the season, making them a favorite treat for fall gatherings, Halloween, or Thanksgiving.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the cinnamon sugar coating or glaze:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon (for coating)
- 1 cup powdered sugar + 2-3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a doughnut pan or line a baking sheet if frying.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake the doughnuts: Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. If frying, drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and cook until golden on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Coat or glaze: If using cinnamon sugar, toss the warm doughnuts in the mixture until coated. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth, then dip the tops of the cooled doughnuts into the glaze and let set.
These Pumpkin Doughnuts are the perfect balance of warm spices and pumpkin flavor, making them a delicious way to enjoy the best flavors of fall!
